MECOSTA COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM

BIG RAPIDS, MI

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The Mecosta County Historical Museum is a cultural institution located in Big Rapids, Michigan. It is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of Mecosta County and its people. The museum is housed in a historic 1890s building that was originally constructed as a Carnegie Library. The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.

The museum features a collection of artifacts, photographs, documents, and exhibits that represent the history of Mecosta County. Visitors can explore the region's Native American heritage, early settlers, logging industry, agriculture, and the growth of the community over time. The museum also has a research library with resources for genealogy and local history.

Some of the notable exhibits at the Mecosta County Historical Museum include a replica of an early 20th-century general store, a display of antique farm equipment, a collection of vintage clothing and accessories, and a recreation of a 19th-century schoolroom. The museum offers educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and children's activities.

Overall, the Mecosta County Historical Museum is a fascinating destination for anyone interested in the history and culture of Michigan's central region. Its exhibits and programming provide a rich understanding of the area's past and its impact on the present.

MECOSTA COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in BIG RAPIDS MI. US MID #8402600065

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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MECOSTA COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
129 N STEWART AVE
BIG RAPIDS
MI
49307

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MECOSTA COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM Information

MID # 8402600065
Name MECOSTA COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 43.697915, -85.47883
CODES FIPS State Code: 26
FIPS County Code: 107
US Census Tract: 960500
US Census Block: 3016